1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1998 Mazda 323
To start off, 1998 Mazda 323 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 323. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 323 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa.
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, 1984 Citroen Visa (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 323. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1998 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Visa | 323 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |