1988 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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 3,545 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 653 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa. 2009 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Visa | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Visa | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
