1960 Citroen DS vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1987 Toyota Camry is newer by 27 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, 1987 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 140 kg more than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Toyota Camry (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen DS | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | DS | Camry |
Year Released | 1960 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |