1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 11 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 663 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, 1995 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Visa | Xantia |
Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |