1966 Citroen DS vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 285 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS.
Because 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (644 Nm) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (164 Nm). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1966 Citroen DS has manual transmission. 1966 Citroen DS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | DS | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 6967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 644 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 101 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3030 mm |
