1956 Citroen DS vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 40 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (164 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 605 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.
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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (307 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS. 1996 Plymouth Voyager 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. 1996 Plymouth Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | DS | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2880 mm |
