1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 22 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 776 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Visa | Touran |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
