1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Hummer H1
To start off, 2006 Hummer H1 is newer by 22 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 6,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H1 (300 HP) has 241 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H1 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H1 weights approximately 2382 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 2006 Hummer H1 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, 2006 Hummer H1 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, 2006 Hummer H1 (705 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 591 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2006 Hummer H1 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hummer |
| Model | Visa | H1 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 6604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 3272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 195 L |
