1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 20 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sportage (138 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage 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, 2004 Kia Sportage 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, 2004 Kia Sportage (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Visa | Sportage |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |