1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 26 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 1220 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan 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. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | Visa | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3078 mm |