1987 Citroen Visa vs. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 14 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1059 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.
Because 2001 Ford Crown Victoria 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 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (367 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Visa. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1987 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1987 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Visa | 2001 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Visa | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1781 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |
