1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1990 Saab 900
To start off, 1990 Saab 900 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 900 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 900 weights approximately 460 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 Saab 900 (255 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1990 Saab 900 | |
Make | Citroen | Saab |
Model | Visa | 900 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |