1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1960 Citroen DS
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 790 kg more than 1960 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1960 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Blazer | DS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3130 mm |
