1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 26 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 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 792 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 2009 Dodge Viper 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 2009 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2009 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 604 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 2009 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Visa | Viper |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 8285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 499 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
