1970 Citroen DS vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 29 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1970 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 680 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 1999 SsangYong Musso 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen DS | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | DS | Musso |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2640 mm |
