1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1956 Citroen 15
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 75 kg more than 1956 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1956 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1956 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Blazer | 15 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3100 mm |
