1956 Citroen DS vs. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 38 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 4,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 900 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.
Because 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (381 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1956 Citroen DS has manual transmission. 1956 Citroen DS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1994 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | DS | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 4554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2750 mm |
