1974 Citroen Dyane vs. 1991 Volvo 460
To start off, 1991 Volvo 460 is newer by 17 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1974 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volvo 460 weights approximately 460 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, 1991 Volvo 460 (176 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen Dyane | 1991 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Dyane | 460 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
