1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1972 Citroen Dyane
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1972 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen Dyane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (365 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 1972 Citroen Dyane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Blazer | Dyane |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
