1972 Citroen DS vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 1980 Saab 900 is newer by 8 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Saab 900 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 30 kg more than 1980 Saab 900.
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, 1980 Saab 900 (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | DS | 900 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2530 mm |
