1985 Citroen Visa vs. 2002 GMC Safari
To start off, 2002 GMC Safari is newer by 17 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), 2002 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Safari weights approximately 1079 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 2002 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 2002 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | Visa | Safari |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
