1971 Citroen GS vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen GS would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 725 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.
Because 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Citroen GS | 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | GS | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1971 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1015 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |