1969 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2008 Renault Trafic is newer by 39 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, 1969 Citroen DS (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Trafic weights approximately 635 kg more than 1969 Citroen DS.
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, 2008 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen DS | 2008 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | DS | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |
