1982 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 24 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Visa. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 38 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 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element 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 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen Visa | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Visa | Element |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 156 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
