1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 30 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (281 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 1191 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 2013 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2013 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Visa | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4684 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1798 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2946 mm |
