1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 29 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 6,206 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 472 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 580 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1978 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1978 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Visa | CLS |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 6206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 507 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
