1972 Citroen DS vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1973 Toyota Corona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen DS (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 162 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Toyota Corona 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 1973 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 Citroen DS (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Corona |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |
