1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 1986 Porsche 928 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 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 928 weights approximately 745 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 Porsche 928 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 928 (430 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Visa | 928 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 4957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |