1967 Citroen DS vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 38 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), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 478 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 2005 SsangYong Musso 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | DS | Musso |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
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 | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |