1988 Citroen Visa vs. 2002 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2002 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mahindra Scorpio (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1188 kg more than 1988 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mahindra Scorpio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mahindra Scorpio 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, 2002 Mahindra Scorpio (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Visa | 2002 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | Citroen | Mahindra |
| Model | Visa | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2609 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
