1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 628 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Visa | 6 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |