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 226 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 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 1108 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 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Visa | Commander |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2790 mm |
