1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 1999 Rover 75 is newer by 15 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 75 (175 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 75 weights approximately 610 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, 1999 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1999 Rover 75 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | Visa | 75 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 175 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |