1982 Citroen Visa vs. 1984 Ford Capri
To start off, 1984 Ford Capri is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen Visa 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 8 more horse power than 1984 Ford Capri. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Capri weights approximately 175 kg more than 1982 Citroen Visa.
Because 1984 Ford Capri 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 1984 Ford Capri. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (98 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen Visa | 1984 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Visa | Capri |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
