1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1992 Subaru Legacy 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Legacy (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 577 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 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Legacy (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Visa | Legacy |
Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |