1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1982 Nissan Stanza
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 Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Stanza (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 140 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Stanza (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Stanza 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 Stanza | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Visa | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
