1965 Citroen DS vs. 1983 Ford Granada
To start off, 1983 Ford Granada is newer by 18 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, 1965 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 215 kg more than 1983 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Ford Granada 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 1983 Ford Granada. 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, 1965 Citroen DS (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 1983 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Granada |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2780 mm |
