1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1990 Eagle Talon
To start off, 1990 Eagle Talon is newer by 4 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Eagle Talon (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Eagle Talon weights approximately 340 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, 1990 Eagle Talon (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1990 Eagle Talon | |
Make | Citroen | Eagle |
Model | Visa | Talon |
Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |