2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 1978 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 27 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 895 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.
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, 2005 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 1978 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | LeSabre | Visa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
