1957 Citroen DS vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 140 kg more than 1985 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1957 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | DS | 25 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
