1967 Citroen DS vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 1984 Holden Camira is newer by 17 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, 1984 Holden Camira (111 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 402 kg more than 1984 Holden Camira.
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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1984 Holden Camira | |
Make | Citroen | Holden |
Model | DS | Camira |
Year Released | 1967 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2580 mm |