1965 Citroen DS vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1992 Toyota Camry is newer by 27 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Camry (188 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Camry weights approximately 60 kg more than 1965 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Toyota Camry (255 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Camry |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.5 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 | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
