1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 21 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 328 kg more 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, 2007 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Visa | Focus |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1218 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |