1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 405 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 405 (92 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 290 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, 1987 Peugeot 405 (183 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | Visa | 405 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 92 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |