1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 39 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Escape weights approximately 908 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, 2011 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Dyane | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Dyane | Escape |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 66 L |
