1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2010 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avensis is newer by 26 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 514 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, 2010 Toyota Avensis (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2010 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Visa | Avensis |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |