1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1809 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Cadillac Escalade 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 2012 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Citroen | Cadillac |
Model | Visa | Escalade |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1857 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3302 mm |