1956 Citroen DS vs. 1988 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1988 GMC Suburban is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS.
Because 1988 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 GMC Suburban 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, 1988 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS. 1988 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1956 Citroen DS has manual transmission. 1956 Citroen DS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1988 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | DS | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3300 mm |
