1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2005 Proton Saloon 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Proton Saloon (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Proton Saloon weights approximately 30 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Citroen Visa (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2005 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | Visa | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
