1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 290 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Visa | Celica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
