1973 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Toyota Dyna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Dyna is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,986 cc, 2007 Toyota Dyna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen DS (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Dyna. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Dyna.
Because 2007 Toyota Dyna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Dyna 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, 2007 Toyota Dyna (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Dyna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 2007 Toyota Dyna | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Dyna |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2986 cc |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2550 mm |
