1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2002 Lada Samara II
To start off, 2002 Lada Samara II is newer by 16 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 39 more horse power than 2002 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada Samara II weights approximately 80 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Samara II. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 2002 Lada Samara II | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | Visa | Samara II |
Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |