1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen Visa weights approximately 16 kg more than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Citroen Visa (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Visa | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
