1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Verossa is newer by 17 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Verossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Verossa (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Verossa weights approximately 570 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.
Because 2001 Toyota Verossa 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 2001 Toyota Verossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2001 Toyota Verossa (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Verossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa. 2001 Toyota Verossa has automatic transmission and 1984 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1984 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Verossa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2001 Toyota Verossa | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Visa | Verossa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
