1968 Citroen DS vs. 1986 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1986 Honda Prelude is newer by 18 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Citroen DS weights approximately 235 kg more than 1986 Honda Prelude.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Citroen DS | 1986 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | DS | Prelude |
Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1829 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |