1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Lexus IS
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 31 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 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 924 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 2009 Lexus IS 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 2009 Lexus IS. 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, 2009 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa. 2009 Lexus IS 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. 2009 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2009 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Citroen | Lexus |
| Model | Visa | IS |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
