1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1997 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1997 Suzuki X90 is newer by 14 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Suzuki X90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Suzuki X90 (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki X90 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Suzuki X90 weights approximately 290 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 1997 Suzuki X90 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, 1997 Suzuki X90 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, 1997 Suzuki X90 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Suzuki X90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 1997 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Visa | X90 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |
