1972 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 34 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3090 mm |
