1967 Citroen DS vs. 1989 Eagle Talon
To start off, 1989 Eagle Talon is newer by 22 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, 1989 Eagle Talon (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 187 kg more than 1989 Eagle Talon.
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, 1989 Eagle Talon (276 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1989 Eagle Talon | |
Make | Citroen | Eagle |
Model | DS | Talon |
Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2480 mm |