1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1978 Porsche 930
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 930 weights approximately 410 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 1978 Porsche 930 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 Porsche 930. 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 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1978 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Visa | 930 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 74.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |