1985 Citroen Visa vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 18 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 680 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Visa | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Visa | 6 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |