1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1969 Citroen Dyane 4
To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera is newer by 28 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Riviera (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1087 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, 1997 Buick Riviera (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 1969 Citroen Dyane 4 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Riviera | Dyane 4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 59 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 43 L |
