1972 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra 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 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 72 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra.
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, 2005 Opel Vectra (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen DS | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | DS | Vectra |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1909 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |