1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 996 weights approximately 515 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.
Because 2001 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Visa | 996 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
