1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1997 Vauxhall Sintra
To start off, 1997 Vauxhall Sintra 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Vauxhall Sintra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Vauxhall Sintra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Vauxhall Sintra should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Vauxhall Sintra weights approximately 1008 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.
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 Vauxhall Sintra (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Vauxhall Sintra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa. 1997 Vauxhall Sintra has automatic transmission and 1986 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1986 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Vauxhall Sintra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1997 Vauxhall Sintra | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | Visa | Sintra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |
