1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (133 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 510 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, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Visa | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
