1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 1062 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 Nissan Murano 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, 2004 Nissan Murano 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Murano (328 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Visa | Murano |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 82 L |
