1985 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 21 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 642 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 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Visa | 2006 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Visa | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |