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


 

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