1975 Citroen Dyane vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 1280 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 Nissan Murano 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, 2005 Nissan Murano 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, 2005 Nissan Murano (310 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen Dyane | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Dyane | Murano |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 82 L |
