1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2012 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Xterra is newer by 34 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 1266 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 2012 Nissan Xterra 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, 2012 Nissan Xterra 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, 2012 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 2012 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Visa | Xterra |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1902 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |