1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa.
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, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 2007 Mazda CX-9 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Visa | CX-9 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2880 mm |