1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1995 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1995 SsangYong Musso is newer by 12 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 SsangYong Musso (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1033 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 SsangYong Musso 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, 1995 SsangYong Musso 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, 1995 SsangYong Musso (192 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1995 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | Visa | Musso |
Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |