1973 Citroen DS vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 740 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 2000 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3270 mm |
