1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 249 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, 1984 Citroen Visa (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (136 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2009 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | Visa | Elantra |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |