1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 175 kg more than 1984 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Visa | Corolla |
Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |