1999 Buick Cielo vs. 1970 Citroen DS
To start off, 1999 Buick Cielo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Cielo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Cielo (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1970 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen DS.
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, 1999 Buick Cielo (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Cielo | 1970 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Cielo | DS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
