1965 Citroen DS vs. 1997 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1997 Dodge Dakota is newer by 32 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 80 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.
Because 1997 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 1997 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | DS | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 49 L |
