1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1996 Suzuki Esteem
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Esteem is newer by 12 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Esteem is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Esteem (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Esteem should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Esteem.
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, 1996 Suzuki Esteem (128 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (70 Nm). This means 1996 Suzuki Esteem will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1996 Suzuki Esteem | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Visa | Esteem |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |
