1988 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 GMC Canyon

To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1419 kg more than 1988 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon 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, 2008 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Citroen Visa 2008 GMC Canyon
Make Citroen GMC
Model Visa Canyon
Year Released 1988 2008
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 185 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 50 Nm 259 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 722 kg 2141 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.9 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 72 L


 

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