1989 Audi 90 vs. 1971 Citroen DS
To start off, 1989 Audi 90 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,993 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 90 (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1971 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 90 weights approximately 8 kg more than 1971 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Audi 90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 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, 1989 Audi 90 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 90 | 1971 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 90 | DS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3130 mm |
