1985 Citroen Visa vs. 2012 GMC Canyon

To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 27 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa.

Because 2012 GMC Canyon 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 2012 GMC Canyon. 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, 2012 GMC Canyon (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Citroen Visa 2012 GMC Canyon
Make Citroen GMC
Model Visa Canyon
Year Released 1985 2012
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 652 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 35 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 50 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 72 L


 

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