1970 Citroen GS vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1985 Renault Super 5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,015 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Citroen GS (54 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Citroen GS weights approximately 185 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Citroen GS (70 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Citroen GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen GS | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | GS | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
