1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 25 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Explorer weights approximately 96 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 2009 Ford Explorer 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, 2009 Ford Explorer 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, 2009 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2009 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Visa | Explorer |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2890 mm |