1980 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 140 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1980 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Canyon (252 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen Visa | 2005 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | Visa | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |
