1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1994 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1994 Toyota Previa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Previa weights approximately 725 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.
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, 1994 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1994 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Visa | Previa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
