1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1991 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 5 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 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 weights approximately 160 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 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 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 1991 Jaguar XJR-15. 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, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (570 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | Visa | XJR-15 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 5993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78.5 mm |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2870 mm |