1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1020 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 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | Visa | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
