1968 Citroen DS vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 1998 Ford Laser is newer by 30 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, 1998 Ford Laser (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Citroen DS weights approximately 65 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser.
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, 1998 Ford Laser (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Citroen DS | 1998 Ford Laser | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | DS | Laser |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |