1972 Citroen DS vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 20 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 86 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
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, 1992 Ford Escort (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Escort |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2530 mm |
