1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 1972 Citroen DS
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Aurora is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,465 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Aurora weights approximately 378 kg more than 1972 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Cadillac Aurora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora 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, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 1972 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Aurora | DS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3130 mm |
