1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1972 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Because 1972 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1972 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | Visa | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2200 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 |
