1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1012 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1956 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Suburban | DS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7438 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1258 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3130 mm |
