1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 31 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1155 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 2009 Dodge Sprinter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1978 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1978 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Visa | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 7350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 4330 mm |
