1967 Citroen DS vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 34 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 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 242 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DS | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
