1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1966 Citroen DS
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban 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 6,466 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 734 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 Suburban 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 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (366 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | 1966 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Suburban | DS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6466 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3130 mm |
