1965 Citroen DS vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 1988 Renault 21 is newer by 23 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, 1988 Renault 21 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 295 kg more than 1988 Renault 21.
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, 1965 Citroen DS (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1965 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Citroen DS | 1988 Renault 21 | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | DS | 21 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |