1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 665 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Visa | C |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 62 L |
