1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1992 Rover 216
To start off, 1992 Rover 216 is newer by 6 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 216 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 216 (122 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 216 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 216 weights approximately 200 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, 1992 Rover 216 (140 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 216 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1992 Rover 216 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Visa | 216 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
