1967 Citroen DS vs. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 25 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 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 818 kg more than 1967 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
Model | DS | Suburban |
Year Released | 1967 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 7438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3350 mm |