1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1999 Mazda Demio
To start off, 1999 Mazda Demio is newer by 13 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 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Demio. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda Demio weights approximately 90 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, 1986 Citroen Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Demio. (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1999 Mazda Demio | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Visa | Demio |
Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2400 mm |