1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (174 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 730 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.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa. 1995 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1984 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1984 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Visa | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 174 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |
