1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1974 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 255 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Nissan Skyline is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1974 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Visa | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
