1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1991 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1991 Ford Taurus is newer by 7 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 2,512 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Taurus (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Taurus weights approximately 660 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, 1991 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1991 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Visa | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
