2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1983 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 25 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1983 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1983 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1983 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | 300 | Visa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2440 mm |
