1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2003 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2003 Dodge Dakota is newer by 19 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 666 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 2003 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, 2003 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, 2003 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2003 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | Visa | Dakota |
Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |