1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2005 Toyota Caldina is newer by 19 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Caldina (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 445 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, 2005 Toyota Caldina (167 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa. 2005 Toyota Caldina 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. 2005 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2005 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Visa | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
