1968 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 38 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (188 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 368 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Citroen DS | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | DS | Accord |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |