1979 Citroen Visa vs. 2010 Lexus RX
To start off, 2010 Lexus RX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus RX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus RX weights approximately 1173 kg more than 1979 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, 2010 Lexus RX (348 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Visa. 2010 Lexus RX has automatic transmission and 1979 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1979 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Visa | 2010 Lexus RX | |
Make | Citroen | Lexus |
Model | Visa | RX |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 348 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 73 L |