1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 517 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Qashqai (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Visa | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |