1973 Citroen DS vs. 2002 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2002 Ford Mondeo is newer by 29 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (222 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 296 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, 2002 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 2002 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2760 mm |
