1967 Citroen DS vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1996 Opel Frontera is newer by 29 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 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 187 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 1996 Opel Frontera 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, 1996 Opel Frontera 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, 1996 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | DS | Frontera |
Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |