1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2009 Nissan Rogue 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 552 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 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2009 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Visa | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
