1974 Citroen Dyane vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 37 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 2,000 cc, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1974 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1182 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen Dyane | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dyane | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2919 mm |
