1987 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1970 Citroen Dyane
To start off, 1987 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Cadillac DeVille (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 952 kg more than 1970 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac DeVille | 1970 Citroen Dyane | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | DeVille | Dyane |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 59 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |
