1969 Citroen DS vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1996 Nissan Patrol is newer by 27 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 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Patrol (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 672 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, 1996 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen DS | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2825 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
