1970 Citroen DS vs. 1994 Nissan Crew
To start off, 1994 Nissan Crew is newer by 24 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 (6 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Crew is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Crew (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1970 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Crew should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Crew weights approximately 30 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 1994 Nissan Crew 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 1994 Nissan Crew. 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, 1994 Nissan Crew (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Crew will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen DS | 1994 Nissan Crew | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | Crew |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2670 mm |
