1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 8 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1180 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 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 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 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600. 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 (571 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 1984 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1984 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Visa | 600 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
