1970 Citroen DS vs. 1992 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1992 Opel Vectra is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Vectra (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1970 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Vectra weights approximately 235 kg more than 1970 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Opel Vectra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Opel Vectra will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Opel Vectra (281 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen DS | 1992 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | DS | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2670 mm |
