1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 8 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1275 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.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Suburban | Visa |
Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2440 mm |