1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1957 Citroen DS
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 560 kg more than 1957 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (365 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 1957 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Blazer | DS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3140 mm |
