1985 Citroen Visa vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 27 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1149 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.
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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Visa | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Visa | Sienna |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 2025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1791 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |