1967 Citroen DS vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 28 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 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 108 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.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | DS | Dakota |
Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3906 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 132 L |