1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra 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 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 449 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 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Visa | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |
