1967 Citroen DS vs. 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 23 kg more than 1967 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | DS | 3000GT |
Year Released | 1967 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2480 mm |