1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser (79 HP @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 895 kg more than 1978 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Visa | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
