1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1988 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1988 Dodge Spirit is newer by 10 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 620 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.
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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 1988 Dodge Spirit | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | Visa | Spirit |
Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |