1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1970 Citroen Dyane
To start off, 1990 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 20 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1250 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.
Because 1990 Buick Roadmaster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Citroen Dyane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Roadmaster | 1970 Citroen Dyane | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Roadmaster | Dyane |
Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 29 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |