1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1994 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Defender is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,501 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Defender (182 HP) has 147 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Because 1994 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender 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, 1994 Land Rover Defender (312 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm). This means 1994 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1994 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | Visa | Defender |
Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 651 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 182 HP |
Torque | 50 Nm | 312 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |