1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1981 Citroen CX
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Citroen CX weights approximately 425 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Citroen CX (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1981 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Visa | CX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
