1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1973 Citroen DS
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 6 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 510 kg more than 1973 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Caprice | 1973 Citroen DS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Caprice | DS |
Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3130 mm |