1967 Citroen DS vs. 1990 Ford Laser
To start off, 1990 Ford Laser is newer by 23 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 22 more horse power than 1990 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 447 kg more than 1990 Ford Laser. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 1990 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Laser |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2510 mm |
