1968 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 998 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen DS | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | Titan |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 106 L |
