1973 Citroen Dyane vs. 2004 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2004 Opel Frontera is newer by 31 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1130 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 2004 Opel Frontera 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, 2004 Opel Frontera 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, 2004 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen Dyane | 2004 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Dyane | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
