1987 Citroen Visa vs. 1991 Mazda 323
To start off, 1991 Mazda 323 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mazda 323 (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mazda 323 weights approximately 203 kg more than 1987 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, 1991 Mazda 323 (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Visa | 1991 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Visa | 323 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
