1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country

To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 24 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1244 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1986 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1986 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Citroen Visa 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
Make Citroen Chrysler
Model Visa Town & Country
Year Released 1986 2010
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1124 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 56 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 80 Nm 311 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 800 kg 2044 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 5144 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1953 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1814 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 3078 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 76 L


 

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