1970 Citroen Dyane vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 34 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 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 928 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 2004 Ford Escape 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, 2004 Ford Escape 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, 2004 Ford Escape (257 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Dyane | 2004 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Dyane | Escape |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 61 L |
