1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 325 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Buick Skylark (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Skylark | Visa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 870 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 |
