1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 23 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 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 204 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 2007 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Visa | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
