1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 715 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Citroen | Xedos |
Model | Visa | 9 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |