1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2006 Dodge Charger is newer by 22 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 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1533 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 2006 Dodge Charger 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, 2006 Dodge Charger 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, 2006 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa. 2006 Dodge Charger 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. 2006 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2006 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Visa | Charger |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 3522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3050 mm |
