1992 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1957 Citroen DS
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 35 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer (159 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 210 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 1992 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, 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Blazer | 1957 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Blazer | DS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3140 mm |
