1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2006 Holden Cruze is newer by 20 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 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2006 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Holden Cruze weights approximately 95 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Because 2006 Holden Cruze 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, 2006 Holden Cruze 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, 2006 Holden Cruze (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2006 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | Visa | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
