1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1986 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1986 Nissan Bluebird 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 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Bluebird (66 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 251 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 Nissan Bluebird (124 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1986 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Visa | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |