1972 Citroen DS vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 31 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 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen DS (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 233 kg more than 1972 Citroen DS.
Because 2003 Toyota Condor 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 2003 Toyota Condor. 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, 2003 Toyota Condor (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Condor |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1505 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
