1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1738 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 640 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram 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 Ram | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | Visa | Ram |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 8276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 494 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 691 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 2472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 98 L |