1982 Citroen Visa vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen Visa (80 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 160 kg more than 1982 Citroen Visa.
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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (112 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen Visa | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Visa | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
