1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2011 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2011 Kia Rondo 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rondo (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Rondo weights approximately 625 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, 2011 Kia Rondo (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa. 2011 Kia Rondo 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. 2011 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2011 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Visa | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
