1973 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Borrego weights approximately 305 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 Kia Borrego 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, 2010 Kia Borrego 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | DS | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2900 mm |
