1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 05-Sep 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 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 1058 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 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep 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, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2010 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | Visa | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2837 mm |
