1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 716 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 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Visa | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1450 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |