1972 Citroen DS vs. 1985 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1985 Ford Mustang is newer by 13 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Mustang (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 Ford Mustang.
Because 1985 Ford Mustang 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 1985 Ford Mustang. 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, 1985 Ford Mustang (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 1985 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2500 mm |
