1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 8 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 423 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa.
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, 1985 Citroen Visa (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Visa | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
