1973 Citroen Dyane vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 9 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 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (106 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1105 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.
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, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen Dyane | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Dyane | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 103.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 88 L |
