1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 668 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 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 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 has automatic transmission and 1985 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1985 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Visa | 200 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
