1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1982 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Iltis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Iltis would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Iltis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volkswagen Iltis weights approximately 410 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Because 1982 Volkswagen Iltis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Iltis will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Volkswagen Iltis (136 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Iltis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1982 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Visa | Iltis |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2110 mm |
