1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1996 Tatra T700
To start off, 1996 Tatra T700 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Tatra T700 weights approximately 950 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, 1996 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1996 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Citroen | Tatra |
| Model | Visa | T700 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3140 mm |
