1968 Citroen DS vs. 1990 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 1990 Dodge Stealth is newer by 22 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 520 kg more than 1968 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Dodge Stealth 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, 1990 Dodge Stealth 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, 1990 Dodge Stealth (429 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen DS | 1990 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | DS | Stealth |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2480 mm |
