1968 Citroen DS vs. 1977 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1977 Ford Cortina is newer by 9 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (123 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Citroen DS weights approximately 70 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Because 1977 Ford Cortina 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 1977 Ford Cortina. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Ford Cortina (289 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Citroen DS | 1977 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | DS | Cortina |
Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2580 mm |