1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 26 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 845 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 2010 Lexus IS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS 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, 2010 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa. 2010 Lexus IS 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. 2010 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2010 Lexus IS | |
Make | Citroen | Lexus |
Model | Visa | IS |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2500 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 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |