1968 Citroen Dyane vs. 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car
To start off, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car (365 HP) has 341 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Dyane.
Because 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Citroen Dyane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car (679 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 650 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Citroen Dyane | 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car | |
Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
Model | Dyane | 442 Indy Pace Car |
Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 7467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 365 HP |
Torque | 29 Nm | 679 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 108 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |