1959 Citroen DS vs. 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 780 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | DS | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 4157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 71 L |
