1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1994 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 806 is newer by 10 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, 1994 Peugeot 806 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 806 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 555 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, 1994 Peugeot 806 (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1994 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Visa | 806 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
