1985 Citroen Visa vs. 2002 Ford F-150
To start off, 2002 Ford F-150 is newer by 17 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1335 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 2002 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Ford F-150 (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 2002 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Visa | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3050 mm |
