1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 16 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 5,784 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (361 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1120 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 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Visa | S |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 5784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 6160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 4090 mm |
