1970 Citroen Dyane vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1970 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Dyane | 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Dyane | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
