1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 245 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.
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, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Visa | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
