1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (81 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 440 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, 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (172 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Visa | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
