1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1982 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Telstar (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Telstar weights approximately 290 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.
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, 1982 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1982 Ford Telstar | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Visa | Telstar |
Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 651 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |