1975 Citroen Dyane vs. 2010 Lexus GX
To start off, 2010 Lexus GX is newer by 35 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GX weights approximately 1816 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 2010 Lexus GX 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, 2010 Lexus GX 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, 2010 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen Dyane | 2010 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Citroen | Lexus |
| Model | Dyane | GX |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 87 L |
