1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1298 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S. 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 S (385 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Visa | S |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5226 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3165 mm |
