1959 Citroen DS vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 49 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 520 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 2008 SsangYong Korando 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | DS | Korando |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
