1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 1994 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 22 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (216 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Because 1994 Jaguar XJ6 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 1994 Jaguar XJ6. 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, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Dyane | 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | Dyane | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 81 L |
