1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1986 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1986 Plymouth Horizon 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Plymouth Horizon (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 175 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 Plymouth Horizon (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1986 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | Visa | Horizon |
Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |