1969 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1970 Citroen GS
To start off, 1970 Citroen GS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chrysler Town & Country (219 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1970 Citroen GS. (54 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1286 kg more than 1970 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Chrysler Town & Country is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Chrysler Town & Country. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Citroen GS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Chrysler Town & Country (431 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen GS. (70 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chrysler Town & Country | 1970 Citroen GS | |
Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
Model | Town & Country | GS |
Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 219 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 43 L |