1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Because 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen Dyane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Dyane | 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Dyane | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
