1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1086 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1986 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1986 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | Visa | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1886 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2790 mm |