1970 Citroen DS vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 31 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1970 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 350 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 2001 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Citroen DS | 2001 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | DS | Freelander |
Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 240 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 | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2560 mm |