1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Octavia is newer by 17 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Skoda Octavia (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 460 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, 2003 Skoda Octavia (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | Visa | Octavia |
Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |