1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2011 Acura CSX
To start off, 2011 Acura CSX is newer by 27 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Acura CSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura CSX weights approximately 573 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, 2011 Acura CSX (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Acura CSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2011 Acura CSX | |
Make | Citroen | Acura |
Model | Visa | CSX |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |