1971 Citroen GS vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1971 Citroen GS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 170 kg more than 1971 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | GS | Luce |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
