1956 Citroen DS vs. 1999 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1999 Toyota Venture is newer by 43 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Venture (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Venture weights approximately 103 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, 1956 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1999 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | DS | Venture |
Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |