1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (210 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 784 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.
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, 2004 Ford Escape (271 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2004 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Visa | Escape |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |
