1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1985 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1985 GMC Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1370 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 1985 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, 1985 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, 1985 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 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 | 1985 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Citroen | GMC |
Model | Visa | Suburban |
Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 4299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2240 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 |