1981 Citroen Visa vs. 1986 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1986 Nissan Cedric is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Cedric (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 553 kg more than 1981 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Nissan Cedric is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Nissan Cedric. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Nissan Cedric (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen Visa | 1986 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Visa | Cedric |
Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |