1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 979 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 2004 Jaguar S-Type 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 2004 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | Visa | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
