1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1451 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 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Visa | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
