1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 31 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 1010 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 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Dyane | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Dyane | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
