1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1993 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1993 Nissan Terrano II 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 2,387 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 735 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 1993 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1993 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1993 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1993 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Visa | Terrano II |
Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |