1969 Citroen Dyane 4 vs. 1989 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1989 Honda Shuttle is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen Dyane 4 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 346 kg more than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. 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 Honda Shuttle (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Citroen Dyane 4 | 1989 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Dyane 4 | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |