1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2004 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK 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 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1028 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 XK 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 XK. 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 XK (541 Nm) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK 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 XK | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | Visa | XK |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 541 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1833 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |