1981 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 26 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1621 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.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger 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 2007 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Visa. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1981 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1981 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen Visa | 2007 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | Visa | Charger |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |