2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1983 Citroen Visa

To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 22 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1136 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (315 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (107 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Buick Rendezvous 1983 Citroen Visa
Make Buick Citroen
Model Rendezvous Visa
Year Released 2005 1983
Body Type Crossover Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3556 cc 1358 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 240 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 107 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1946 kg 810 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 3700 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2440 mm


 

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