1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 27 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 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 800 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 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa. 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero 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. 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Visa | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2790 mm |
