1972 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 207 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2010 Suzuki Equator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen DS | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | DS | Equator |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2347 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |