1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1995 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1995 Opel Kadett 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Kadett (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster 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, 1995 Opel Kadett (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1995 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Visa | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
