1973 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen DS weights approximately 64 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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 Ridgeline | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3110 mm |
