1960 Citroen DS vs. 1985 Dodge Conquest
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 155 kg more than 1960 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Dodge Conquest 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 1985 Dodge Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 1985 Dodge Conquest | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | DS | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2450 mm |
