1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1989 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 3 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 646 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 1989 Ferrari Mondial 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 1989 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1989 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | Visa | Mondial |
Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 3186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
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 | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |