1957 Citroen DS vs. 1994 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 36 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Prowler.
Because 1994 Plymouth Prowler is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Plymouth Prowler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 1994 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | DS | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 46 L |
