1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2002 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2002 Toyota Camry is newer by 16 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Camry weights approximately 470 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, 2002 Toyota Camry (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Citroen Visa 2002 Toyota Camry
Make Citroen Toyota
Model Visa Camry
Year Released 1986 2002
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1579 cc 2446 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 106 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 134 Nm 221 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 88.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 9.6:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 3710 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2610 mm


 

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