1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1992 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1992 Mercury Capri is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercury Capri weights approximately 346 kg more than 1978 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, 1992 Mercury Capri (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 1992 Mercury Capri | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | Visa | Capri |
Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |