1980 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1530 kg more than 1980 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango 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 2005 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen Visa | 2005 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | Visa | Durango |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 4703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 393 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 87 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 2252 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 102 L |