1967 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 41 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 318 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 2008 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2008 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 2008 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | DS | Freelander |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |