1970 Citroen Dyane vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 29 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 4,012 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1335 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.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Citroen Dyane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Dyane | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | Dyane | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 4012 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |
