1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1991 Honda Accord

To start off, 1991 Honda Accord is newer by 7 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 2,154 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 540 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, 1991 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Citroen Visa 1991 Honda Accord
Make Citroen Honda
Model Visa Accord
Year Released 1984 1991
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1580 cc 2154 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 104 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 137 Nm 198 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 870 kg 1410 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2730 mm


 

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