1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1978 Ford Granada
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Granada weights approximately 610 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Because 1978 Ford Granada 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 1978 Ford Granada. 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, 1978 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1978 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Visa | Granada |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
