1988 Citroen Visa vs. 1984 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1988 Citroen Visa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daihatsu Taft (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 298 kg more than 1988 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Taft 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, 1984 Daihatsu Taft (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen Visa | 1984 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | Visa | Taft |
Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2030 mm |