1985 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 24 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 750 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (250 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Visa | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Visa | C |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |