1973 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 36 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Vue (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Vue weights approximately 525 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 2009 Saturn Vue 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, 2009 Saturn Vue 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, 2009 Saturn Vue (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Citroen | Saturn |
| Model | DS | Vue |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2710 mm |
