1974 Citroen Dyane vs. 1984 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1984 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 10 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Plymouth Horizon (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1974 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 390 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.
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, 1984 Plymouth Horizon (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen Dyane | 1984 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | Dyane | Horizon |
Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 423 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |