1965 Citroen DS vs. 1993 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 28 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, 1993 Ford Mondeo (114 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 360 kg more than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
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) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (152 Nm). This means 1965 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 1993 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 61 L |
