1959 Citroen DS vs. 1999 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1999 Suzuki X90 is newer by 40 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki X90 (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki X90 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 220 kg more than 1999 Suzuki X90.
Because 1999 Suzuki X90 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, 1999 Suzuki X90 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, 1959 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1999 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | DS | X90 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2210 mm |
