1959 Citroen DS vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 23 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 280 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DS | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
