1968 Citroen DS vs. 1998 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1998 Nissan Silvia 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS.
Because 1998 Nissan Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Silvia (271 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm). This means 1998 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen DS | 1998 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2530 mm |
