1973 Citroen Dyane vs. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 26 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1255 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 1999 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen Dyane | 1999 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Dyane | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
