1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2006 Ford Maverick is newer by 23 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Maverick weights approximately 865 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 2006 Ford Maverick 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, 2006 Ford Maverick 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, 2006 Ford Maverick (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa. 2006 Ford Maverick 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. 2006 Ford Maverick will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 2006 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Visa | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
