1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS is newer by 27 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GS weights approximately 851 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 2011 Lexus GS 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 2011 Lexus GS. 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, 2011 Lexus GS (371 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2011 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Citroen | Lexus |
| Model | Visa | GS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |
