1982 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Honda Legend
To start off, 2007 Honda Legend is newer by 25 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Legend (291 HP) has 211 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Visa. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Legend weights approximately 1105 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 2007 Honda Legend 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, 2007 Honda Legend 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, 2007 Honda Legend (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen Visa | 2007 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Visa | Legend |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 291 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 73 L |
