1969 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 36 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1969 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1310 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Citroen DS | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | DS | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 96 L |