1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 19 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 623 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (244 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Visa | 6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1345 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |
