1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1992 Ford Laser
To start off, 1992 Ford Laser is newer by 8 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Laser (87 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Laser weights approximately 175 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, 1992 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1992 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Visa | Laser |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 87 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
