1966 Citroen DS vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is newer by 6 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (125 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 645 kg more than 1966 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser 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 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. 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. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser 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. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | DS | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3080 mm |
