1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 40 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC60 (217 HP) has 193 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 1331 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 2012 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen Dyane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Dyane | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Dyane | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
