1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (144 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 520 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 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2005 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2005 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | Visa | Terracan |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |