1967 Citroen DS vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 2 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer 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 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
Model | DS | Blazer |
Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2560 mm |