1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2012 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 26 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 885 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 2012 Land Rover LR2 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR2 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, 2012 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa. 2012 Land Rover LR2 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. 2012 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 2012 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | Visa | LR2 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1908 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2659 mm |