1972 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster is newer by 38 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 10 kg more than 2010 Renault Duster.
Because 2010 Renault Duster 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, 2010 Renault Duster 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, 1972 Citroen DS (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 2010 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | DS | Duster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2673 mm |
