1960 Citroen DS vs. 1985 Lada 2104
To start off, 1985 Lada 2104 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 306 kg more than 1985 Lada 2104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lada 2104 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 Lada 2104. 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, 1960 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1960 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 1985 Lada 2104 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | DS | 2104 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2430 mm |
