1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1996 Ford Versailles
To start off, 1996 Ford Versailles 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Versailles is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Versailles (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Versailles 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, 1996 Ford Versailles (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Versailles 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 Versailles | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Visa | Versailles |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
