1959 Citroen DS vs. 1990 Ford Granada
To start off, 1990 Ford Granada is newer by 31 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Granada (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 70 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 1990 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Ford Granada (204 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1990 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Granada |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 21.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2770 mm |
