1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Expedition weights approximately 244 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 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa. 2009 Ford Expedition 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. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Visa | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 127 L |
