1972 Citroen DS vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 23 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 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen DS (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 96 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. 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 (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Escort |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
