1968 Citroen DS vs. 1983 Lotus Excel
To start off, 1983 Lotus Excel is newer by 15 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lotus Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lotus Excel (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Citroen DS weights approximately 75 kg more than 1983 Lotus Excel.
Because 1983 Lotus Excel 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 1983 Lotus Excel. 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, 1983 Lotus Excel (218 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Citroen DS | 1983 Lotus Excel | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | DS | Excel |
Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 31 L |