1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 28 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 5 (113 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 600 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, 2012 Mazda 5 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Visa | 5 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |