1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Ford Territory

To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 24 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 3,982 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (328 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 1370 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 2007 Ford Territory 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, 2007 Ford Territory 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, 2007 Ford Territory (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa. 2007 Ford Territory 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. 2007 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Citroen Visa 2007 Ford Territory
Make Citroen Ford
Model Visa Territory
Year Released 1983 2007
Body Type Convertible Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1124 cc 3982 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 49 HP 328 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 86 Nm 480 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 92.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 69 mm 99.3 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 2175 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2850 mm