1966 Citroen DS vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 32 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 514 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2840 mm |
