1972 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2010 Toyota RAV4 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 252 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 2010 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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, 2010 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 2010 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
