1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1999 GMC Sierra
To start off, 1999 GMC Sierra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 4,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Sierra (267 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sierra weights approximately 929 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sierra 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, 1999 GMC Sierra (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 1999 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | Visa | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 4784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3030 mm |
