1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 245 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1986 Citroen Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Visa | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2260 mm |
