1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 21 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 440 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 2005 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (70 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1984 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1984 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Visa | Expedition |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 952 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 495 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3030 mm |