1970 Citroen DS vs. 1970 Mazda RX-2
To start off, both 1970 Citroen DS and 1970 Mazda RX-2 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,292 cc, 1970 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1970 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Citroen DS weights approximately 250 kg more than 1970 Mazda RX-2.
Because 1970 Mazda RX-2 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 1970 Mazda RX-2. 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, 1970 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Citroen DS | 1970 Mazda RX-2 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | DS | RX-2 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2480 mm |