1981 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2005 Honda Odyssey is newer by 24 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 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Odyssey (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1308 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.
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, 2005 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Visa. 2005 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1981 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1981 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen Visa | 2005 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Visa | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 3473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 339 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 79 L |