1975 Citroen Dyane vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 30 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 685 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 2005 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Citroen Dyane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen Dyane | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Dyane | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1275 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
