1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1997 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 11 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Satellite. (76 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 580 kg more 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, 1997 Hyundai Satellite (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1997 Hyundai Satellite | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Visa | Satellite |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2820 mm |
