1972 Citroen DS vs. 1999 Ford Contour
To start off, 1999 Ford Contour is newer by 27 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Contour weights approximately 182 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, 1999 Ford Contour (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen DS | 1999 Ford Contour | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | DS | Contour |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5625 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2760 mm |