1973 Citroen DS vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 14 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 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen DS weights approximately 75 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen DS | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | DS | Sierra |
Year Released | 1973 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2620 mm |