1972 Citroen DS vs. 1990 Lada Samara
To start off, 1990 Lada Samara is newer by 18 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen DS (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 290 kg more than 1990 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 1990 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | DS | Samara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2470 mm |
