2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1978 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1585 kg more than 1978 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1978 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Suburban | Visa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2440 mm |
