1972 Citroen DS vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 39 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 412 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 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 2011 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |
