1967 Citroen DS vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 37 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 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | DS | Discovery |
Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 4556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 177 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 93 L |