1980 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (213 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen Visa | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | Visa | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |