1965 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 44 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 241 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | DS | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 83 L |
