1967 Citroen DS vs. 1981 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1981 Volkswagen Golf 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 18 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Golf. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 267 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Golf. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 1981 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | DS | Golf |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
