1981 Citroen Visa vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (112 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 878 kg more than 1981 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen Visa | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Visa | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1600 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |