1988 Citroen Visa vs. 2010 Scion xB
To start off, 2010 Scion xB is newer by 22 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Scion xB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Scion xB (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion xB should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Visa.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Scion xB (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Scion xB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Visa | 2010 Scion xB | |
| Make | Citroen | Scion |
| Model | Visa | xB |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |
