1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 460 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Visa | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
