1975 Citroen Dyane vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 38 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 1328 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 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Citroen Dyane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen Dyane | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Dyane | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2774 mm |
