1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1993 Donkervoort S8

To start off, 1993 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 7 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen Visa weights approximately 215 kg more than 1993 Donkervoort S8.

Because 1993 Donkervoort S8 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 1993 Donkervoort S8. 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, 1993 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.

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