1968 Citroen Dyane vs. 1997 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1997 Suzuki X90 is newer by 29 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Suzuki X90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Suzuki X90 (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki X90 should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Suzuki X90 weights approximately 510 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.
Because 1997 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Citroen Dyane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki X90 will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki X90 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Suzuki X90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen Dyane | 1997 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Dyane | X90 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |
