1968 Citroen DS vs. 1986 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1986 Isuzu Trooper 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 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Citroen DS (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 385 kg more than 1968 Citroen DS.
Because 1986 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1986 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen DS | 1986 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | DS | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2660 mm |
