1965 Citroen DS vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 1986 Opel Omega is newer by 21 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Omega (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 80 kg more than 1986 Opel Omega.
Because 1986 Opel Omega 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 1986 Opel Omega. 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, 1986 Opel Omega (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Citroen DS | 1986 Opel Omega | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | DS | Omega |
Year Released | 1965 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2740 mm |