1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1966 Citroen DS
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 31 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 359 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.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Venture | 1966 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Venture | DS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3130 mm |
