2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1981 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2009 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1981 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, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Visa. 2009 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 1981 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1981 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick LaCrosse | 1981 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | LaCrosse | Visa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |