1982 Citroen Visa vs. 1997 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1997 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,837 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Rasheen (123 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Visa. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 475 kg more than 1982 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1997 Nissan Rasheen (160 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen Visa | 1997 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Visa | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
