1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1982 Citroen LN
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen LN would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen Visa weights approximately 130 kg more than 1982 Citroen LN. 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, 1986 Citroen Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1982 Citroen LN | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Visa | LN |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2240 mm |
