1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 25 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 2,427 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1095 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 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | Visa | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 2427 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1817 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |