1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 11 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 3,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (185 HP) has 150 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 908 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 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm). This means 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Citroen Visa 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Citroen Jeep
Model Visa Grand Cherokee
Year Released 1985 1996
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 652 cc 3963 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 35 HP 185 HP
Torque 50 Nm 305 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 740 kg 1648 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2700 mm