1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1988 Pontiac Banshee
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Banshee 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 4,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Banshee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Banshee (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Banshee should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Banshee weights approximately 791 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 1988 Pontiac Banshee 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 1988 Pontiac Banshee. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1988 Pontiac Banshee | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | Visa | Banshee |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 4042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
