1975 Citroen Dyane vs. 1997 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1997 SsangYong Korando is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 SsangYong Korando (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1975 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Citroen Dyane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Korando 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, 1997 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen Dyane | 1997 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | Dyane | Korando |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
