1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 21 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen Visa (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 614 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa.
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, 2004 Citroen C5 (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Visa | C5 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1424 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |