1999 Buick Cielo vs. 1983 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1999 Buick Cielo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Cielo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Cielo (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 1983 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, 1999 Buick Cielo (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa. 1999 Buick Cielo has automatic transmission and 1983 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1983 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Cielo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Cielo | 1983 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Cielo | Visa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
