1968 Citroen DS vs. 2011 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 43 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 824 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 2011 SsangYong Stavic 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, 2011 SsangYong Stavic 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, 2011 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen DS | 2011 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | DS | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
