1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 15 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (122 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 688 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (183 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Visa | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 56 L |
