1965 Citroen DS vs. 1980 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1980 Lotus Esprit is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 244 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1980 Lotus Esprit 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 1980 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1980 Lotus Esprit (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Citroen DS | 1980 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | DS | Esprit |
Year Released | 1965 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 67 L |