1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1995 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1995 Toyota Celica is newer by 9 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Celica (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Celica weights approximately 205 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, 1995 Toyota Celica (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Visa | Celica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
