1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (154 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 395 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 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (231 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Visa | C |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |
