1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1974 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 GMC Jimmy (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 910 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 GMC Jimmy 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, 1974 GMC Jimmy 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, 1974 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa. 1974 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1984 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1984 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1974 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | Visa | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
