1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Dodge Sprinter 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 2,688 cc, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1060 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 Sprinter 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 Sprinter 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 Sprinter (331 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2006 Dodge Sprinter | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | Visa | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2688 cc |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 98 L |