1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, 2004 Opel Astra 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (103 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Astra weights approximately 525 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, 2004 Opel Astra (231 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 2004 Opel Astra | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Visa | Astra |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2840 mm |