1987 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 21 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Elantra (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 466 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, 2008 Hyundai Elantra (236 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen Visa | 2008 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | Visa | Elantra |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |