1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1970 Citroen DS
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (252 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1970 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1970 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1970 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Express | DS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3130 mm |
