1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2004 Lincoln Aviator
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Aviator 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Aviator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Aviator (302 HP) has 253 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Aviator should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Aviator weights approximately 1380 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Lincoln Aviator (407 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln Aviator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2004 Lincoln Aviator | |
| Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
| Model | Visa | Aviator |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2890 mm |
