1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1983 Dodge Daytona
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge Daytona (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 325 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Dodge Daytona (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1983 Dodge Daytona | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Visa | Daytona |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
