1967 Citroen DS vs. 1992 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1992 Holden Commodore is newer by 25 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Commodore (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 57 kg more than 1992 Holden Commodore.
Because 1992 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Holden Commodore (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1992 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Citroen | Holden |
Model | DS | Commodore |
Year Released | 1967 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2740 mm |