1972 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 3,545 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 58 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.
Because 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 3545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 73 L |
