1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 23 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 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 15 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2009 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Visa | Terios |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
