1977 Citroen GS vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1977 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1977 Citroen GS.
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, 1984 Citroen Visa (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Citroen GS | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | GS | Visa |
Year Released | 1977 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 43 L |