1989 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1966 Citroen DS
To start off, 1989 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Conquest (186 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 125 kg more than 1989 Chrysler Conquest.
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, 1989 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Conquest | 1966 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Conquest | DS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3140 mm |
