1978 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 880 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1978 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Suburban | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Suburban | DS |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3140 mm |
