1974 Citroen Dyane vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1974 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 685 kg more than 1974 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen Dyane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Granada (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen Dyane | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Dyane | Granada |
Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 423 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 60.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |