1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 25 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 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford C-Max weights approximately 660 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.
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, 2011 Ford C-Max (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Visa | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2788 mm |
