1969 Citroen DS vs. 1998 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1998 Mercury Mystique is newer by 29 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1969 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 32 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, 1998 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen DS | 1998 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | DS | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2710 mm |
