1969 Citroen DS vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 25 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1969 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 10 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Citroen DS | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | DS | 626 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2620 mm |