1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 9 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 245 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.
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, both vehicles can yield 134 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Visa | Escort |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
