1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1999 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 1999 GMC Sonoma 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Sonoma (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 778 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 Sonoma 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 Sonoma 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 Sonoma (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sonoma 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 Sonoma | |
Make | Citroen | GMC |
Model | Visa | Sonoma |
Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3130 mm |