1973 Citroen DS vs. 1986 Rover 825i
To start off, 1986 Rover 825i is newer by 13 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Rover 825i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Rover 825i (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825i should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825i weights approximately 146 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Rover 825i (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 1986 Rover 825i | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | DS | 825i |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2760 mm |
