1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1020 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Visa | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2840 mm |
