1956 Citroen DS vs. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 39 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 437 kg more than 1956 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, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | DS | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
