1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra is newer by 30 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 721 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, 2008 Opel Vectra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa. 2008 Opel Vectra 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. 2008 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Visa | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |
