1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 29 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (900 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 790 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Visa | CL |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | TBD |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5106 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2955 mm |
