1967 Citroen DS vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 546 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1981 Renault 9 | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | DS | 9 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2490 mm |