1973 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 35 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 144 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, 2008 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | Accord |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2810 mm |
