1973 Citroen DS vs. 2004 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 31 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2004 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 2004 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | DS | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 174 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2570 mm |
