1972 Citroen DS vs. 1984 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 12 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 70 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 402 kg more than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 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, 1972 Citroen DS (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | DS | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2040 mm |
