1972 Citroen DS vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 30 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (176 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 134 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, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | DS | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |
