1987 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 20 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 634 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 2007 Porsche Boxster 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 2007 Porsche Boxster. 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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Visa. 2007 Porsche Boxster 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. 2007 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Visa | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Visa | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
