1972 Citroen DS vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cedric is newer by 3 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 8 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 78 kg more than 1972 Citroen DS.
Because 1975 Nissan Cedric 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 1975 Nissan Cedric. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2700 mm |
