1971 Citroen DS vs. 1981 Renault 5
To start off, 1981 Renault 5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1971 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Citroen DS weights approximately 162 kg more than 1981 Renault 5.
Because 1981 Renault 5 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 1981 Renault 5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1981 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Citroen DS | 1981 Renault 5 | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | DS | 5 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2460 mm |