1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Infiniti M

To start off, 2007 Infiniti M is newer by 23 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa.

Because 2007 Infiniti M 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 2007 Infiniti M. 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, 2007 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa. 2007 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1984 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1984 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Citroen Visa 2007 Infiniti M
Make Citroen Infiniti
Model Visa M
Year Released 1984 2007
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1769 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 114 Nm 363 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80.1 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 81.4 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 3730 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 43 L 76 L