1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1983 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 267 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 Lotus Esprit 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 Lotus Esprit. 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 Lotus Esprit (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1983 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | Visa | Esprit |
Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 31 L |