1968 Citroen DS vs. 1999 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 31 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 746 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 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Citroen DS | 1999 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | DS | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3010 mm |