1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 33 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1376 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, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country 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. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 2011 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Citroen | Chrysler |
Model | Visa | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |