1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 12 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 365 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, 1995 Ford Escort (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1995 Ford Escort | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Visa | Escort |
Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 651 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |