1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1975 Mazda 929
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 929 weights approximately 350 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 1975 Mazda 929 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 1975 Mazda 929. 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, 1975 Mazda 929 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1975 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Visa | 929 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 952 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |