1971 Citroen DS vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1971 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 578 kg more than 1971 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen DS | 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | DS | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2720 mm |
