2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1983 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 26 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1439 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.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa. 2009 Audi Q7 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. 2009 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi Q7 | 1983 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | Q7 | Visa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2440 mm |