1969 Citroen Dyane 4 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 36 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 3,001 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Dyane 4 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 180 L |
