1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2000 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 215 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 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2000 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2000 Suzuki Jimny (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2000 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | Visa | Jimny |
Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 952 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2260 mm |