1969 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Citroen DS weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen DS | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | DS | Golf |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
