1993 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 37 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 293 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 1993 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1993 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, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Blazer | 1956 Citroen DS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Blazer | DS |
Year Released | 1993 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1237 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3130 mm |