1992 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 273 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1967 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Cavalier | DS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3140 mm |
