1972 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 33 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 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (249 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1145 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2355 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2960 mm |
