1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 03-Sep 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 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (250 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 950 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 Saab 03-Sep (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | Visa | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
