1972 Citroen DS vs. 1994 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 22 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Breeze (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 148 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.
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, 1994 Plymouth Breeze (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen DS | 1994 Plymouth Breeze | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | DS | Breeze |
Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2347 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2750 mm |