1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 18 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 808 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 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. 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, 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Visa | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 16 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1530 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |