1968 Citroen DS vs. 1970 Vauxhall Ventora
To start off, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Vauxhall Ventora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Citroen DS weights approximately 102 kg more than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora.
Because 1970 Vauxhall Ventora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen DS | 1970 Vauxhall Ventora | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | DS | Ventora |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |
