1971 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 37 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1971 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 388 kg more than 1971 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen DS | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2630 mm |
