1985 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 24 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa.
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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Visa | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Visa | Corolla |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |