1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,115 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 130 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, 1986 Ford Escort (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1986 Ford Escort | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Visa | Escort |
Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 651 cc | 1115 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |