1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 775 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 Mustang 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 Mustang. 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 Mustang (326 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Visa | Mustang |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 326 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |