1982 Citroen Visa vs. 1984 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1984 GMC Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Suburban (153 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Visa. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1429 kg more than 1982 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 GMC Suburban 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, 1984 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen Visa | 1984 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | Visa | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3300 mm |
