1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 24 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 310 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 2008 Honda Element 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, 2008 Honda Element 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2008 Honda Element | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Visa | Element |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |