1973 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 34 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS.
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, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 2007 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | DS | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2880 mm |
