1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1979 Dodge Omni
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (80 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Omni. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Omni weights approximately 170 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, 1979 Dodge Omni (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1979 Dodge Omni | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | Visa | Omni |
Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1715 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 64 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |