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Toyota Vista V50 2.0 i 16V (145 Hp)
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Toyota Vista:
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V50 Overview:
Toyota Vista (V50). With 196 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~12 l/100km). With a weight of 1310 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 180 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Toyota Vista V50 was primarily a Japanese domestic market vehicle and was not officially tested by Euro NCAP. Safety features for its era were standard, but it would likely not meet modern safety standards.
2.0 i 16V (145 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A more spirited option than the 4WD variant, providing a noticeable boost in acceleration and responsiveness. Well-suited for varied driving conditions.
Fuel Economy
Expected to offer slightly better fuel efficiency than the 4WD model due to less drivetrain loss, but still typical for a 2.0L engine of its time.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent reliability and durability
- • Comfortable and spacious interior
- • Good fuel economy for its class (especially 1.8L)
- • Smooth ride quality
- • Low maintenance costs
Cons:
- • Uninspired driving dynamics
- • Dated interior design by modern standards
- • Limited availability outside Japan
- • Lack of advanced safety features compared to newer cars
- • Road noise at higher speeds
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(V40: 1995 - 1998).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Vista |
| Generation: | V50 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 i 16V (145 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1998 |
| End of production: | 2003 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 145 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 72.6 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 196 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1998 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 12 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 180 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9 kg/Hp, 110.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.7 kg/Nm, 149.6 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1310 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4670 mm mm [45mm more] |
| Width: | 1695 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1510 mm mm [100mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2700 mm mm [50mm more] |
| Front track: | 1475 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1460 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 185/70 R14 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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