1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2003 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2003 Ford Freestar is newer by 20 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Freestar (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Freestar weights approximately 1200 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa. 2003 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 1983 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1983 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 2003 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Visa | Freestar |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3070 mm |
