1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1987 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1987 Ford RS 200 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,804 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 356 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Ford RS 200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Ford RS 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 1987 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Visa | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1804 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 116 L |
