1968 Citroen DS vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 28 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 155 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, 1996 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Citroen DS | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | DS | Accord |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |