1975 Citroen Dyane vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 26 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 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 860 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 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen Dyane | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Dyane | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1450 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
