1973 Citroen Dyane vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 8 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 2,559 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 970 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 1981 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1981 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen Dyane | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
Model | Dyane | Trooper |
Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 2559 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 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 | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |