1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 1992 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 20 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 4,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1972 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Citroen Dyane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Crown Victoria (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen Dyane | 1992 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Dyane | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 4598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 62 L |