1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 535 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Visa | Dart |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
