1988 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 21 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 533 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 2009 Toyota 4Runner is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota 4Runner. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota 4Runner (416 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa. 2009 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Citroen Visa 2009 Toyota 4Runner
Make Citroen Toyota
Model Visa 4Runner
Year Released 1988 2009
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 652 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 35 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 50 Nm 416 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 722 kg 1255 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.9 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 87 L


 

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