1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1992 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 1992 Dodge Stealth is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 994 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1992 Dodge Stealth | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | Visa | Stealth |
Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 651 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 428 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |