1986 Buick Skylark vs. 1985 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1986 Buick Skylark is newer by 1 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Buick Skylark. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Skylark weights approximately 294 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Buick Skylark (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Skylark | 1985 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Skylark | Visa |
Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |