1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 13 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 385 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, 1996 Mazda 626 (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Visa | 626 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |