1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey is newer by 27 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1348 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, 2013 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa. 2013 Honda Odyssey 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. 2013 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Visa | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5152 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2011 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
