1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback 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 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Outback (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Visa | Outback |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |