1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 26 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 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 100 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 2009 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2009 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 2009 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | Visa | Terios |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 91.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |