1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 474 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 561 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Visa | CL |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 952 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2960 mm |