1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 28 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1428 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 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Citroen Visa 2006 Hyundai Terracan
Make Citroen Hyundai
Model Visa Terracan
Year Released 1978 2006
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 652 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 35 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 51 Nm 346 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 70 mm 98 mm
Top Speed 124 km/hour 168 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 734 kg 2162 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 75 L


 

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