1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 26 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 684 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 2010 Nissan 370Z 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 2010 Nissan 370Z. 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, 2010 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Visa | 370Z |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |