1972 Citroen DS vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2001 Toyota Condor 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 2,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen DS (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 467 kg more than 1972 Citroen DS.
Because 2001 Toyota Condor 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 Toyota Condor 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 Toyota Condor (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Condor |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1677 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2610 mm |
