2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1968 Citroen DS
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 260 kg more than 1968 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 Express (386 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1968 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Express | DS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |
