1967 Citroen DS vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (205 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 157 kg more than 1967 Citroen DS. 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, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (298 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | DS | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2740 mm |
