1973 Citroen DS vs. 1995 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1995 Honda Step Wagon 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 240 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, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 1995 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2810 mm |
