1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Auris 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Auris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Auris (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Auris should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Auris weights approximately 565 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, 2007 Toyota Auris (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Auris 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 Auris | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Visa | Auris |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |