1959 Citroen DS vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1992 Opel Frontera is newer by 33 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Frontera (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 500 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 1992 Opel Frontera 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, 1992 Opel Frontera 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, 1992 Opel Frontera (211 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1992 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | DS | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
