1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1029 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 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa. 2006 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 2006 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | Visa | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |