1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2004 Ford E-350
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1617 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, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 2004 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Visa | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 2422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3510 mm |
