1987 Citroen CX vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, 1987 Citroen CX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 227 kg more than 1987 Citroen CX. 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, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 1967 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | CX | DS |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
