1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1983 Ford Tempo
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 Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Tempo weights approximately 220 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, 1983 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Tempo 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 Tempo | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Visa | Tempo |
Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |