1973 Citroen DS vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Mazda 626 is newer by 27 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen DS (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 626 weights approximately 176 kg more than 1973 Citroen DS.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 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, 2000 Mazda 626 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | DS | 626 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2620 mm |
