1971 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van is newer by 35 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 2,500 cc, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van (108 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Citroen DS. (98 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen DS.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen DS | 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | DS | LT 35 HR Panel Van |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3560 mm |
