1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 759 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 Tacoma 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 2007 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa. 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2007 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Visa | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1649 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |