1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 21 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 726 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 2005 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 642 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2005 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | Visa | Viper |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 952 cc | 8277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 712 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |