1982 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 23 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (123 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Visa. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 641 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 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Visa.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Citroen Visa 2005 Subaru Forester
Make Citroen Subaru
Model Visa Forester
Year Released 1982 2005
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1360 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 80 HP 123 HP
Torque 110 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 815 kg 1456 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 60 L