1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 1997 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 25 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 1210 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.
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, 1997 Plymouth Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Dyane | 1997 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | Dyane | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |
