1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (229 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1415 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 2010 Jeep Commander 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, 2010 Jeep Commander 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa. 2010 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Visa | Commander |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2790 mm |
