1982 Citroen Visa vs. 2002 Lada 2123
To start off, 2002 Lada 2123 is newer by 20 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 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen Visa (80 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Lada 2123. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 2123 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1982 Citroen Visa.
Because 2002 Lada 2123 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, 2002 Lada 2123 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, 2002 Lada 2123 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen Visa | 2002 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | Visa | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
