1994 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1966 Citroen DS
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 144 kg more than 1966 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Blazer | 1966 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Blazer | DS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3130 mm |
