1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1015 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.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Visa | Ranger |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |