1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1993 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1993 Ford Sierra is newer by 10 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Sierra (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Sierra weights approximately 371 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 1993 Ford Sierra 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 1993 Ford Sierra. 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, 1993 Ford Sierra (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1993 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Visa | Sierra |
Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |