1981 Citroen Visa vs. 1994 Dodge Stratus
To start off, 1994 Dodge Stratus is newer by 13 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Stratus (129 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 628 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, 1994 Dodge Stratus (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen Visa | 1994 Dodge Stratus | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | Visa | Stratus |
Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 73 L |