1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 35 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1737 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 2013 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa. 2013 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1978 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1978 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | Visa | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 2471 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1954 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 98 L |
