1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1996 Ford Ranger
To start off, 1996 Ford Ranger is newer by 10 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 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Ranger (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Ranger weights approximately 505 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 1996 Ford Ranger 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 1996 Ford Ranger. 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, 1996 Ford Ranger (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1996 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Visa | Ranger |
Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2840 mm |