1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Jeep Cherokee

To start off, 2009 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 23 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1255 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 2009 Jeep 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, 2009 Jeep 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, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa. 2009 Jeep 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. 2009 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Citroen Visa 2009 Jeep Cherokee
Make Citroen Jeep
Model Visa Cherokee
Year Released 1986 2009
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1124 cc 2768 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 56 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 80 Nm 460 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 69 mm 100 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 17.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 800 kg 2055 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 70 L