2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 19 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 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1290 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.
Because 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Visa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2440 mm |
