1987 Chrysler TC vs. 1969 Citroen Dyane 4
To start off, 1987 Chrysler TC is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen Dyane 4 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chrysler TC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chrysler TC (202 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler TC should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chrysler TC weights approximately 880 kg more than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. 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 Chrysler TC (298 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler TC | 1969 Citroen Dyane 4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | TC | Dyane 4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
