1959 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 50 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 246 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | DS | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 361 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |