1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1977 Dodge Omni
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 1,716 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Omni weights approximately 126 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa.
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, 1984 Citroen Visa (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1977 Dodge Omni | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | Visa | Omni |
Year Released | 1984 | 1977 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1716 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |