1966 Citroen DS vs. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 25 kg more than 1966 Citroen DS.
Because 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | DS | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 66 L |
