1959 Citroen DS vs. 1977 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1977 Toyota Mark II is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 125 kg more than 1977 Toyota Mark II.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1977 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1977 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2590 mm |
