1968 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 37 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 184 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1230 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 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen DS | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | DS | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 282 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
