1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (138 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 746 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa. 2009 Ford Mondeo 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. 2009 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Visa | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
