1992 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1978 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer (159 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 796 kg more than 1978 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Blazer | 1978 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Blazer | Visa |
Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |