1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2010 Scion xD
To start off, 2010 Scion xD is newer by 24 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Scion xD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Scion xD (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Scion xD weights approximately 468 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, 2010 Scion xD (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Scion xD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2010 Scion xD | |
| Make | Citroen | Scion |
| Model | Visa | xD |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2461 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
