1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1989 Dodge Colt
To start off, 1989 Dodge Colt is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Colt. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Colt weights approximately 319 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa.
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, 1989 Dodge Colt (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 1989 Dodge Colt | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Visa | Colt |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
