1967 Citroen DS vs. 1998 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1998 SsangYong Korando is newer by 31 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 498 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 1998 SsangYong Korando 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, 1998 SsangYong Korando 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, 1998 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1998 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | DS | Korando |
Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |