1985 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 959 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Visa | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |
