1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1984 Pontiac Phoenix
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Phoenix would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Phoenix weights approximately 210 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, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1984 Pontiac Phoenix | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | Visa | Phoenix |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
