1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1002 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 Lincoln Navigator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Lincoln Navigator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2009 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
| Model | Visa | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3030 mm |
