1970 Citroen DS vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1987 Toyota Crown is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Crown (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1970 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Citroen DS weights approximately 130 kg more than 1987 Toyota Crown.
Because 1987 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 1987 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, 1987 Toyota Crown (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 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 | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Crown |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2730 mm |
