1973 Citroen DS vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1973 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | DS | 25 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2730 mm |
