1968 Citroen DS vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 920 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 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen DS | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | DS | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2550 mm |
