1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 240 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 Nissan Quest 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 Nissan Quest 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 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa. 2008 Nissan Quest 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 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Visa | Quest |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 76 L |
