2000 Citroen Xantia vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xantia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 435 kg more than 1984 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, 2000 Citroen Xantia (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xantia | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xantia | Visa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
