1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 575 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 Mazda 3 (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Visa | 3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
