1973 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 32 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, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 190 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | DS | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2560 mm |
