1987 Citroen Visa vs. 2004 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2004 Mazda Premacy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Premacy (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 513 kg more than 1987 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, 2004 Mazda Premacy (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen Visa | 2004 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Visa | Premacy |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |