1968 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 39 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), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 780 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 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen DS | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| 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 | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
