1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1945 Jeep CJ2
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep CJ2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep CJ2 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Jeep CJ2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Jeep CJ2 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Because 1945 Jeep CJ2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep CJ2 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, 1945 Jeep CJ2 (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1945 Jeep CJ2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1945 Jeep CJ2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Visa | CJ2 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1945 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2040 mm |
