1970 Citroen DS vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 34 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1970 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1090 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen DS. (151 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen DS | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3010 mm |
