1972 Citroen DS vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 210 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 1996 Toyota Cresta 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 1996 Toyota Cresta. 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen DS | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | DS | Cresta |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2680 mm |