1971 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 38 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Liberty (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1971 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 616 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 2009 Jeep Liberty 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 2009 Jeep Liberty. 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, 2009 Jeep Liberty (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen DS | 2009 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | DS | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2700 mm |
