1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2004 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Sunfire 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 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Sunfire (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 455 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, 2004 Pontiac Sunfire (203 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2004 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | Visa | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
