1987 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (176 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 1008 kg more than 1987 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lexus IS 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 2006 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2006 Lexus IS (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen Visa | 2006 Lexus IS | |
Make | Citroen | Lexus |
Model | Visa | IS |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |