1972 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Xterra is newer by 36 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 133 kg more than 2008 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2008 Nissan Xterra 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, 2008 Nissan Xterra 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, 2008 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 2008 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2710 mm |
