1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 27 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1196 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.
Because 2005 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | Visa | Dakota |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 3704 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 83 L |