1988 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 822 kg more than 1988 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator 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, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa. 2008 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Visa | 2008 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
| Model | Visa | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 127 L |
