1990 Buick Electra vs. 1986 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1990 Buick Electra is newer by 4 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 685 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, 1990 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa. 1990 Buick Electra 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. 1990 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Electra | 1986 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Electra | Visa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2440 mm |
