1981 Citroen Visa vs. 1983 Dodge Daytona
To start off, 1983 Dodge Daytona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge Daytona (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 563 kg more than 1981 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Dodge Daytona (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen Visa | 1983 Dodge Daytona | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Visa | Daytona |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 49 L |
