1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 867 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 Commander 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 Commander 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 Commander (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 2006 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Visa | Commander |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2270 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2790 mm |
