1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2003 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2003 Ford Taurus is newer by 20 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Taurus (155 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Taurus weights approximately 863 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, 2003 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa. 2003 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1983 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1983 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 2003 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Visa | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |
