1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2004 Mazda B2300

To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 18 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 721 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 2004 Mazda B2300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Citroen Visa 2004 Mazda B2300
Make Citroen Mazda
Model Visa B2300
Year Released 1986 2004
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 652 cc 2262 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 35 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 50 Nm 209 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 722 kg 1443 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 5130 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 3200 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.9 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 74 L