1973 Citroen DS vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 22 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 380 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.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen DS | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | DS | Dakota |
Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2850 mm |