1967 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 42 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | Armada |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 106 L |
