1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1997 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 1997 Dodge Avenger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Avenger (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 480 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.
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, 1997 Dodge Avenger (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1997 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Visa | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
