1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1986 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1986 Nissan Patrol 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1353 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.
Because 1986 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Patrol 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 Patrol | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Visa | Patrol |
Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2980 mm |