1988 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tazz is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,295 cc, 2005 Toyota Tazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tazz (180 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tazz should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tazz weights approximately 222 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.
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 Tazz (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Tazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Visa | 2005 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Visa | Tazz |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1295 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77.4 mm |
| 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 | 944 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
