1965 Citroen DS vs. 1989 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1989 GMC Jimmy is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 430 kg more than 1965 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 GMC Jimmy 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, 1989 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 1989 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | DS | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2720 mm |
