1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 575 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 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Visa | C |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
