1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 38 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1453 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 2010 Jeep Commander 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, 2010 Jeep Commander 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen Dyane | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | Dyane | Commander |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |