1956 Citroen DS vs. 1984 Mazda 929
To start off, 1984 Mazda 929 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 85 kg more than 1984 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1984 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | DS | 929 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2620 mm |
