1985 Citroen Visa vs. 2012 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2012 Nissan Livina is newer by 27 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Livina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Livina should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Livina weights approximately 1683 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, 2012 Nissan Livina (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Livina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 2012 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Visa | Livina |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |
