1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 580 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 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Visa | Forester |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |