1985 Citroen Visa vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 26 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 828 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, 2011 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa. 2011 Mazda 5 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. 2011 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Visa | 5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
