1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1982 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1185 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 1982 Nissan Patrol 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, 1982 Nissan Patrol 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, 1982 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1982 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Visa | Patrol |
Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2980 mm |