1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 22 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1295 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 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa. 2005 Kia Sorento 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. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Visa | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 2017 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
