1973 Citroen Dyane vs. 1978 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1978 GMC Suburban is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1610 kg more than 1973 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Citroen Dyane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 GMC Suburban 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, 1978 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen Dyane | 1978 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | Dyane | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3300 mm |
