1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 14 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 841 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, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Visa | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3040 mm |
