1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1088 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 Liberty 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 Liberty 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 Liberty (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa. 2009 Jeep Liberty 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 Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2009 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Visa | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
