1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1976 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1976 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Mazda RX-4 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 1976 Mazda RX-4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1976 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1976 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Visa | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
