1973 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 37 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1445 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 2010 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3327 mm |
