1974 Citroen Dyane vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 is newer by 39 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-09 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (269 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1974 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-09 weights approximately 1472 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 2013 Mazda CX-09 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen Dyane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 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, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-09 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen Dyane | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Dyane | CX-09 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 76 L |
