1960 Citroen DS vs. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 42 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1026 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 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen DS | 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | DS | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 96 L |