2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1983 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 25 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1983 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Tahoe | Visa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
