1971 Citroen Dyane vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 3,545 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1971 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen Dyane | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Dyane | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 3545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
