1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Maxima 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 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 337 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.
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, 2008 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 2008 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Visa | Maxima |
Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 651 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |