1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Monterey (201 HP) has 166 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1229 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, 2005 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | Visa | Monterey |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 651 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 50 Nm | 357 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1969 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3070 mm |