1972 Citroen DS vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 29 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen DS (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 488 kg more than 1972 Citroen DS.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Ford Ranger (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 132 L |
