1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2002 Ford Tonka
To start off, 2002 Ford Tonka is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Tonka (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Tonka weights approximately 497 kg more than 1978 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Tonka is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Ford Tonka (814 Nm) has 728 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa. 2002 Ford Tonka has automatic transmission and 1978 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1978 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Tonka will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 2002 Ford Tonka | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Visa | Tonka |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 814 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 6150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2370 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 4200 mm |