2006 Acura TL vs. 1983 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2006 Acura TL is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TL weights approximately 770 kg more than 1983 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, 2006 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TL | 1983 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | TL | Visa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
