1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 25 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 472 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 2009 Dodge Ram 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 2009 Dodge Ram. 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 717 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | Visa | Ram |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 6690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3013 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 827 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 132 L |