1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2001 Toyota Supra

To start off, 2001 Toyota Supra is newer by 15 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Supra (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Supra weights approximately 50 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.

Because 2001 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Citroen Visa (134 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Supra. (88 Nm). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Supra. 2001 Toyota Supra has automatic transmission and 1986 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1986 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Supra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Citroen Visa 2001 Toyota Supra
Make Citroen Toyota
Model Visa Supra
Year Released 1986 2001
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1579 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 106 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 134 Nm 88 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 940 kg
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2660 mm


 

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