1972 Citroen DS vs. 1996 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Neon is newer by 24 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, 1996 Plymouth Neon (132 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 163 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Neon.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen DS | 1996 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | DS | Neon |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4950 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 | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |