1968 Citroen Dyane vs. 1989 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1989 Nissan Prairie is newer by 21 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 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 385 kg more than 1968 Citroen Dyane. 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, 1989 Nissan Prairie (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen Dyane | 1989 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Dyane | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
