1966 Citroen DS vs. 2004 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2004 Nissan Titan is newer by 38 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Titan weights approximately 948 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 2004 Nissan Titan 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, 2004 Nissan Titan 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, 2004 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 2004 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | Titan |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 106 L |
