1996 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1971 Citroen DS
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1971 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Citroen DS weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1971 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Cavalier | DS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3130 mm |
