1967 Citroen DS vs. 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 33 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 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 237 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | DS | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |
