2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 364 kg more than 1956 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, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 1956 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Blazer | DS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 63 L |
