1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1983 Dodge Omni
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Omni weights approximately 90 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Citroen Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Omni. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1983 Dodge Omni | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Visa | Omni |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
