1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2013 Lotus Evora

To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lotus Evora weights approximately 549 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 2013 Lotus Evora 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 2013 Lotus Evora. 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa. 2013 Lotus Evora 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 Lotus Evora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Citroen Visa 2013 Lotus Evora
Make Citroen Lotus
Model Visa Evora
Year Released 1986 2013
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 106 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 134 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73 mm 83 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 1439 kg
Vehicle Length 3710 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 2047 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1229 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2575 mm


 

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