1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2004 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 405 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 405 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 35 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, 2004 Peugeot 405 (205 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm). This means 2004 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2004 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Visa | 405 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 925 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
