1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa.

Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (227 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Citroen Visa 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Citroen Toyota
Model Visa Land Cruiser
Year Released 1983 1985
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 650 cc 3431 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 35 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 50 Nm 227 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 102 mm
Engine Stroke Size 70 mm 105 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1700 mm


 

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