1987 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 20 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1301 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.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Visa | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | Visa | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
