1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 17 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (164 HP) has 84 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 585 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, 2001 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Visa | 6 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 164 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
