1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Because 2005 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise. 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 Lotus Elise (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | Visa | Elise |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |