1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1997 Honda Legend
To start off, 1997 Honda Legend is newer by 13 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 800 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, 1997 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1997 Honda Legend | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Visa | Legend |
Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2920 mm |