1972 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2010 Nissan Titan is newer by 38 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS.
Because 2010 Nissan Titan 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, 2010 Nissan Titan 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, 2010 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 2010 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | Titan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 140 L |
