1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1267 kg more than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Because 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2008 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | Visa | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| 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 | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
