1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 240 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.
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 Nissan Stanza (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa. 1981 Nissan Stanza has automatic transmission and 1986 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1986 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Nissan Stanza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Visa | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
