1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, 2006 Opel Signum 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 870 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, 2006 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa. 2006 Opel Signum 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 Opel Signum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2006 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Visa | Signum |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
