1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 22 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 478 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 2008 Subaru Legacy 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Citroen Visa 2008 Subaru Legacy
Make Citroen Subaru
Model Visa Legacy
Year Released 1986 2008
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1579 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 106 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 134 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 11.5:1
Top Speed 175 km/hour 214 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 1368 kg
Vehicle Length 3710 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2680 mm


 

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