1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 23 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (330 HP) has 250 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1025 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 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Visa | Ram |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 330 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3580 mm |
