1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1994 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1994 Mercury Capri is newer by 11 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Capri weights approximately 358 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, 1994 Mercury Capri (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1994 Mercury Capri | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | Visa | Capri |
Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |