2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1983 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 26 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1983 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 Lucerne (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1983 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Lucerne | Visa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2440 mm |
