1985 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 22 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1467 kg more than 1985 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 1985 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 (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Visa | Ram |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 132 L |
