1972 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 35 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, 2007 Daihatsu YRV (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 382 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu YRV.
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, 1972 Citroen DS (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (171 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 2007 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | DS | YRV |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
