1967 Citroen DS vs. 2004 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 37 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 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 18 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 2004 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 2004 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | DS | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3130 mm |
