1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 36 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1420 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 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Dyane | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Dyane | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 77 L |
