1980 Citroen Visa vs. 2011 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 31 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Peugeot 3008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 3008 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa.
Because 2011 Peugeot 3008 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, 2011 Peugeot 3008 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, 2011 Peugeot 3008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa. 2011 Peugeot 3008 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. 2011 Peugeot 3008 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen Visa | 2011 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Visa | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2613 mm |
