1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol

To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (158 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa.

Because 2006 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Citroen Visa 2006 Nissan Patrol
Make Citroen Nissan
Model Visa Patrol
Year Released 1986 2006
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1579 cc 2953 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 106 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 134 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73 mm 102 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 17.9:1
Top Speed 175 km/hour 160 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 3710 mm 5040 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2980 mm