1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 571 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 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Visa | Forester |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |