1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Toyota Stallion
To start off, 2005 Toyota Stallion is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc, 2005 Toyota Stallion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Stallion (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Stallion should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Stallion weights approximately 531 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Stallion is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Stallion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Toyota Stallion (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Stallion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 2005 Toyota Stallion | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Visa | Stallion |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1998 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1336 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |