1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Maxima 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Maxima (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Nissan Maxima (347 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa. 2006 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 1986 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1986 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 2006 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Visa | Maxima |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |