1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1998 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1998 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 14 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 600 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 1998 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa. 1998 Jeep Cherokee 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. 1998 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1998 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | Visa | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2464 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 120 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 98.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |