1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER

To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 35 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (301 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER weights approximately 1001 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 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER 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 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. 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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER 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. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Citroen Visa 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
Make Citroen Dodge
Model Visa CHALLENGER
Year Released 1978 2013
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 652 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Horse Power 35 HP 301 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 6350 RPM
Torque 51 Nm 363 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 70 mm 83 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 734 kg 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 5023 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1923 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1449 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2946 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 72 L


 

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