1985 Citroen Visa vs. 2010 Acura TL
To start off, 2010 Acura TL is newer by 25 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura TL weights approximately 921 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 2010 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL 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, 2010 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 2010 Acura TL | |
| Make | Citroen | Acura |
| Model | Visa | TL |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4966 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
