1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 1084 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 Nissan Xterra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Nissan Xterra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Visa | Xterra |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1902 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |