1982 Citroen Visa vs. 1976 Ford Escort
To start off, 1982 Citroen Visa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen Visa (80 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Escort weights approximately 61 kg more than 1982 Citroen Visa.
Because 1976 Ford Escort 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 1976 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Citroen Visa (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen Visa | 1976 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Visa | Escort |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 45 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
