1981 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 25 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 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 256 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 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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, 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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, 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen Visa | 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | Visa | Wagon R+ |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 41 L |