1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1990 Mercury Capri is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Capri (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Capri weights approximately 220 kg more than 1984 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, 1990 Mercury Capri (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | Visa | Capri |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
