1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 27 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 1046 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor (346 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Visa | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 346 Nm |
| 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 | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 81 L |
