1968 Citroen DS vs. 1994 Infiniti J30
To start off, 1994 Infiniti J30 is newer by 26 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 390 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.
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, 1994 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Citroen DS | 1994 Infiniti J30 | |
Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
Model | DS | J30 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |