1973 Citroen DS vs. 1988 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1988 GMC Suburban is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS.
Because 1988 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 GMC 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, 1988 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 1988 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | DS | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3300 mm |
