1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 13 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 225 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Visa | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
