1980 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Hyundai Entourage

To start off, 2008 Hyundai Entourage is newer by 28 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Entourage weights approximately 336 kg more than 1980 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa. 2008 Hyundai Entourage has automatic transmission and 1980 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1980 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Entourage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Citroen Visa 2008 Hyundai Entourage
Make Citroen Hyundai
Model Visa Entourage
Year Released 1980 2008
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 652 cc 3778 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 35 HP 251 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 51 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 722 kg 1058 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.9 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 80 L