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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 560 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.
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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
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 | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
