1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Baleno 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 120 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | Visa | Baleno |
Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |