1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP) has 152 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 560 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 2011 Mazda RX-8 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 2011 Mazda RX-8. 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, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Visa | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 232 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2703 mm |
