1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1983 Ford Granada

To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Granada (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Granada weights approximately 500 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 1983 Ford Granada 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 1983 Ford Granada. 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, 1983 Ford Granada (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Citroen Visa 1983 Ford Granada
Make Citroen Ford
Model Visa Granada
Year Released 1986 1983
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1124 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 56 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 80 Nm 151 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 800 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2780 mm


 

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