2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1973 Citroen DS
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen DS weights approximately 23 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1973 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Colorado | DS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3130 mm |
