1969 Citroen DS vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1969 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 185 kg more than 1969 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, 1990 Honda Legend (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen DS | 1990 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | Legend |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
