1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1997 Lexus LS
To start off, 1997 Lexus LS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 3,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus LS (280 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus LS weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Lexus LS 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 1997 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1997 Lexus LS (398 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa. 1997 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1984 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1984 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1997 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Citroen | Lexus |
| Model | Visa | LS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
