2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1986 Citroen C
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen C would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1986 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1986 Citroen C | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | TrailBlazer | C |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2750 mm |
