1956 Citroen DS vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 1990 Renault Espace is newer by 34 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Espace (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Espace weights approximately 60 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Renault Espace (163 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1990 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | DS | Espace |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
