1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1972 Citroen Dyane
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 18 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick LeSabre (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 909 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.
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, 1990 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 1972 Citroen Dyane | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | LeSabre | Dyane |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
