1985 Citroen Visa vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1275 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 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa. 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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. 2010 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Visa | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | Visa | Rexton |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |