1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan NP300 (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Because 2010 Nissan NP300 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 Nissan NP300 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 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Visa | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
