1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2003 Xedos 9 is newer by 19 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Xedos 9 weights approximately 695 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Citroen | Xedos |
Model | Visa | 9 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |