1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 22 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 360 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 2006 Ford F-350 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 2006 Ford F-350. 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Visa | F-350 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 110 L |