1970 Citroen DS vs. 1967 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1970 Citroen DS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,597 cc, 1967 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Citroen DS (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Toyota Crown weights approximately 165 kg more than 1970 Citroen DS.
Because 1967 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Citroen DS | 1967 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | DS | Crown |
Year Released | 1970 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2597 cc |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2750 mm |