2006 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1970 Citroen DS
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 36 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1970 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 731 kg more than 1970 Citroen DS. 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, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country (324 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Town & Country | 1970 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Town & Country | DS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3130 mm |
