1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2002 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2002 Toyota Sienna is newer by 19 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Sienna (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 900 kg more than 1983 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, 2002 Toyota Sienna (283 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa. 2002 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1983 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1983 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 2002 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Visa | Sienna |
Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 283 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2910 mm |