1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1144 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 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa. 2008 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 1984 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1984 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | Visa | Commander |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |