1968 Citroen DS vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 is newer by 45 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-09 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (269 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-09 weights approximately 852 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 2013 Mazda CX-09 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 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, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-09 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen DS | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | DS | CX-09 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
