1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1041 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 2004 SsangYong Korando 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | Visa | Korando |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |