2005 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1988 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 17 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 938 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.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Equinox | 1988 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Equinox | Visa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
