1972 Citroen DS vs. 1991 Toyota Century
To start off, 1991 Toyota Century is newer by 19 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Century weights approximately 528 kg more than 1972 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Century 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 1991 Toyota Century. 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, 1991 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen DS | 1991 Toyota Century | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | DS | Century |
Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2347 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2870 mm |