1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2010 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Maxima 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 801 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, 2010 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Visa | Maxima |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2776 mm |